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Sappho New Paradigm Liquid Foundation (Sponsored Review)

The New Paradigm Foundation combines age defying moisture and impeccable ingredients to create a radiant, smooth flawless finish. Vegan and rich in phytonutrients, this feather light foundation provides medium coverage while nourishing the skin with organic coconut oil. 



This foundation claims to leave the skin with a youthful, supple appearance and a soft glow as it combines impeccable ingredients to create a radiant, smooth, medium finish. Made with vegan ingredients and rich in phytonutrients, this feather light foundation provides medium to full coverage while nourishing the skin. Available in 12 tones and packaged in glass for you and those you love.

Benefits:

  • Luxury medium to full coverage organic foundation. 
  • Enriched with Flavonoids, Phytonutrients, and Antioxidants. 
  • Steam-distilled certified organic essential oils. 
  • Use of ECOCERT™, COSMOS™ ingredients 
  • Vegetable derived natural emulsifiers. 
  • 70%+ Certified Organic Content. 
  • No Alcohol
  • Vegan and cruelty-free 

Ingredients:
Top Shades: 3,4,5 Bottom Shades: 8,9,10
*Aloe Barbandensis Leaf Juice, *Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba Seed) oil, Polyglyceryl-2 stearate, Heptyl Undecylenate, Sorbitan Oleate Decylgucoside, Crosspolymer Glyceryl Stearate, Shea Butter, Organic Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil), Stearyl Alcohol, *Saccharomyces/Agave Tequilina Leaf Ferment Filtrate, Sorbitn olivate, Glyceryl Caprylate, *Punica Granatum( Pomegranate)Fruit juice, Phenethyl Alcohol, Jojoba Esters ,*Vitis Vinefera (Grape) Juice, Xantham Gum, Sclerotium Gum, *Prunus Seroina ( Wild Cherry) Fruit Juice, Tocopherol, Glyceryl Undecylenate, P-Anisic acid oil, *Citrus Bergamia ( Bergamot) Fruit Oil, *Lavendula Angustifolia ( Lavende) oil, May contain Zinc Oxide, Titanium Oxide, Yellow Iron Oxide CI77491, Red Iron Oxide CI77499, Black Iron Oxide CI77492 . *Certified organic ingredients

I wear Shade 5.
Shade: Available in 12 tones, I use Tone #5 which is a light medium shade.

Smell: mild flora scent

Coverage: it ranges from light to medium coverage as you build up the layer

OVERALL RATING: 8/10
To be honest, I hardly wear foundation these days unlike I'm going for an event or if I have time in the morning for makeup. I think it helps that over the years, I've learnt how to be confident with my skin and I no longer feel a need to wear a mask of makeup.

Left side with foundation, Right side is bare.
That being said, when it comes to foundation, I do look out for a few attributes of the product to consider keeping them in my makeup cabinet these days with my aspiring-minimalist lifestyle!

The first attribute I will look at are the ingredients, because foundation covers up the whole area of my face and the last thing I want to do is to end up clogging my skin or introducing ingredients that will cause damage in the long run. This product ticks off the list with aloe vera leaf juice, flavonoids, phytonutrients and antioxidants contents and shades made of iron oxides with low heavy metal content.

The second attribute will be it's coverage, like how well does it conceal flaws and how long can that coverage last. Ideally, the coverage should something that blends away uneven skin tone, lighten skin imperfections and still look like I have hardly anything on my face, and last for at least 6 hours. I have pretty bad dark circles if I don't have enough sleep, freckles, blemish scars and redness. So in terms of coverage, this product does help to cover up the redness and lighten my dark circles with 1 layer. To cover up blemish scaring and my freckles, I will need at least 2 layers and even spot concealing.

Due to my oily skin, this product doesn't last long on my T-zone, so I will usually "bake" the foundation with loose powder. I did it for my wedding shot, out on Connie Island with minimal touch-up and the makeup stayed on for the entire photo shoot! I use the same technique now whenever I use this foundation, and it last me through the day.

The last attribute is how does my skin react to the product. The last thing I want from wearing foundation is to have my skin clogged further after a day of use. So usually, I will ask for samples and even purchase testers before committing to a full-sized product. I think it is important to get a foundation that doesn't exacerbate any prevailing skin woes you have. (Note: how you cleanse your skin is also important) I'm glad to say that my skin have no issues with this foundation.

Interested in this foundation? 
Find them here on Charis Naturals!

This review is sponsored, but reviews are based solely on user's experience and are in not way influenced by any other factors.

Charis Naturals: Studio 78 Paris Bi-phased Water Foundation [Sponsored Review]

When it comes to foundation, I look for one that has the least amount of harmful ingredients (so something that uses more natural than chemical/ synthetic ingredients), something that evens out my skin's imperfection without it feeling like a mask or oily and sticky and ideally, something that has some SPF! 

I have been collaborating with Charis Naturals to review some of their products and they have been a sporting bunch to keep coming back to me for my honest review. This time round, they are getting me to review one of the foundation from their new makeup brand, Studio 78 Paris!




Studio 78 Paris eases your conscience by proposing a new solution for women who are in need of a "green" makeover, by creating an organic make-up line high tolerance certified by Ecocert. Their laboratory has selected natural pigments from vegetal and mineral lands, in order to offer a natural and ecological make-up range, protecting the skin and respecting the environment.

YES to Health, YES to Beauty... NO to Chemicals!





This enhancer sublimated and brings our the natural skin radiance with translucency, thanks to its innovative formula, easy to apply: a highly pigmented mineral powdery phase combined to a toning aqueous phase.

This matte finish texture leaves the complexion perfect, natural and luminous.

The formula is enriched with organic AVOCADO OIL and organic GLYCERIN in order to moisturize the skin and in PALMITATE SUCROSE to smooth the skin and eases the application.

Available in 2 shades:
Energizing mist 01 - Warm light beige for light skin tone.

Enhancing dew 02 - Medium warm beige for olive skin.

To Use:
Shake Water Foundation well before use. Apply your natural liquid foundation with fingertips and blend onto both sides of the face from the nose outwards. Use light sweeping movements and take special care to blend past the jawline. For best results on dry skin, apply after moisturising well.



VERDICT


Texture: Watery, easy to blend, dries off matte


Smell: Floral Scent


Ingredients:
AQUA, PERSEA GRATISSIMA OIL*, GLYCERIN*, MICA, SILICA, SUCROSE PALMITATE, PARFUM, BENZYL ALCOHOL, DEHYDROACETIC ACID, LIMONENE, LINALOOL. May contain: CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499.
99% of the total of the ingredients are natural
30% of the total of the ingredients are from organic agriculture

Cost: $68

Product Rating: 9/10

This is the first time I am trying a water-based foundation and it reminds me a lot like applying Sunkiller's water-based sunscreen. Haha! It's is very watery and it will drip off your fingers if you apply too much, but I like the consistency of it because it makes it easy to blend into my skin.

On the skin, the texture of this foundation feels very similar to how a mositurizer feels. It's not too thick or sticky and it allows the skin to breathe.

One thing to note is that you have to shake well before using it as the ingredients will settle.






The shade of the foundation is also very interesting, I have the one in Enhancing dew 02 because my skin tone is towards the "darker Asian shade" or aka olive shade. Initially, I was a little doubtful that the shade will blend well because it is peachy in tone but as you can see from the photo above, it blends seamlessly into the skin.











The packaging of this foundation is very similar to M.A.C's foundation old packaging (before the pump) or Loreal Nude Magique foundation, where you have to pour the foundation out. The only difference is that Studio78 Paris's opening is smaller due to the stopper. There is a tiny sticker covering the opening the first time, so do note to peel it off. Initially, I couldn't tell that it was is sticker and I actually prick a tiny tiny hole in the middle which took forever to pour out enough product.







Overall, I love this foundation. It has been a constant product in my makeup pouch because it fulfills most of my criteria. I find that this foundation works well to even out any minor imperfection with one coverage and helps to brighten my skin.If you are looking for a foundation with a thicker coverage, this wont do.

I advise against adding too many layer, the most 2, because that's when the shade builds up and you end up looking orange. Personally, I do a general application for my whole face with 2 drops of the foundation using a foundation brush and add on a swipe or two over troubled areas like the sides of my nose, dark circles and cheeks.

The great thing about this shade is that it acts well as a under eye concealer too because of its peachy tone (peach/orange counteracts blue/purple ) so you can skip a step for a quick makeup for the day!

This foundation last pretty well, more than half a day in our climate for me because of its natural and light coverage, it doesn't smudge or cake much like normal foundation. Personally, if I know that I will outdoors most of the time, I pat on some powder to reduce the natural shine and to help the foundation last longer.

Studio78 Paris Foundation applied to half side of my face.
Coverage is minimal but sufficient to blend away minor imperfection, lighten my dark circles and brighten my overall complexion for a natural no makeup look!

To view more of Studio 78 Paris products or purchase this foundation, head over to Charis Naturals!

Regimen of the Month: July X ITOH 100% Pure Collagen [GIVEAWAY]




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Travel Essentials: For Bali

Whenever I travel, I will always have a Travel Must-have kit with products that I will use during the trip.

What I put inside this kit depends on... well~ the location!
This time round, I went to a tropical location with lots of sun and waves to surf~
BALI

Mentally, I was prepared to be exposed to the sun and I knew that the chances of me getting a tan is really high. 

black and white animated GIF

However, to be honest, being tanned is the last thing I really want! Hahaha~ From experience, it will take me forever to lose my tan once I am brown!

So I packed my luggage with things to help me to maintain my colour the best that I could and to prevent myself from getting burnt!

I present you
My Bali Travel Essentials!




Sun Care Beauty Products

Body:
Hawaiian Tropic SHEER TOUCH Lotion Sunscreen
Broad Spectrum SPF50
Water Resistant for up to 80 mins!

I got this when I was in Jamaica and I love it!
It smells fruity and works really well that I have zero sunburn with it on!

Face:
|Everyday Use|
LJH Cellabel M.C. Vital CC Cream

SPF30 PA++

This CC cream evens up my skin's discolouration and has whitening properties to it!
On days when I am not exposed to the sun for a long period of time, I use this!

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|Long Exposure to Sun Use|
Laneige BB Cushion
SPF50 PA+++

For days when I was surfing or exposed to the sun way~ longer than I would like, I use this BB.
I love that it has a really good protection coverage, a little bit more resistant to perspiration & water (waves/rain) & also aids in whitening!

With both LJH Cellabel M.C. Vital CC Cream & Laneige BB Cushion, 
I actually see a difference in my skin tone... 
Yes~ My face is way fairer than my body!!!
Now, I need to find ways to even both face and body up...
Hahahaha!

|After Sun Care Product|
BLACK PAINT Rose Oil Water

I didn't feel any sunburn during my time spent in Bali but I still pamper my skin with a little tender loving care with BLACK PAINT Rose Oil Water as part of my skin care regime.

Rose Water not only has the ability to prevent sunburn but is also has anti-inflammatory properties and helps cleaning up the clogged pores, of oil and dirt!

Sun Care Apparels

My huge sun hat
&
Le Specs Rapture
Protection: Category 3 lens - Maximum UV protection

Sometimes, the basics works wonders at blocking out those harmful rays too!~
Totally in love with my shades!


Mosquitoes Bite Care
Blissoma CHAMO-MINT THERAPY Stress Relief Serum

I cant stop raving just how awesome this serum is!
Intended as a stress reliever, 
I found another use for it:

Anti-itch serum

Works wonders at reliving the itchiness from pesty mosquitoes' bites!
And if you know me well enough,
I am like a Free-For-All/Open Buffet for mosquitoes.

Sad but true.
But with this roll-on serum,
I stop scratching at the bites within 2 minutes max!

|Special Promotion for my readers|
Get 10% off regular priced items from Charis Naturals
Just key in the Promo Code when you checkout:
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Valid until 25th  May 2014.

You may get the Serum from HERE.

Makeup
Star Lash PERFECT TOUCH EYELINER
(Rich Black Waterproof)

To be honest, I didnt wear any makeup most of the time throughout the trip~
I used mostly BB or CC cream and that's it.
But on occasion when I wanted a little more definition, 
I used this eyeliner!
Love that it is waterproof (I need my liners to be lasting) and the tip of it!
It's brush type so it gentle to the lids but really awesome for creating sleek lines~

Will be posting a review on it soon!
Keep an eye out for that :)

And that's pretty much it for my Bali Travel Essentials!
I hoped you found this post interesting & make use of my special promotions!

Until then!~

Blissoma Solutions: Refine Clay Renewal Mask [Sponsored Review]

Hi everyone! I finally have some time to spend on my blog!

So most of you may now know, I have been pretty busy with Miss Singapore Global!

Just completed a few photo shoots and video interviews the past weeks, and with all the time spent with thick makeup, my sensitive skin has suffered :(


I managed to keep the worse from happening with facials (thank my godma) and with (a new favourite) Blissoma Solutions Smooth A+ Serum! And yes, after the sample, I got it in full size!
Read my previous review on the serum here!

Thank you Charis Naturals!
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And now, I have another review to share:
 Blissoma Solutions Refine Clay Renewal Mask!



Clogged pores are one of the prime reasons for acne flareups, and REFINE keeps pores open. Willowbark gently dissolves away dead skin cells even without scrubbing, which can aggravate very sensitive skin. The clays and minerals soften pores and encourage them to detox properly. The Zinc content in REFINE also manages bacteria on the surface of the skin and topically soothes. 
This Rhassoul clay based mask also has beneficial ingredients added into it like organic Licorice to lighten sun damage, Willowbark to exfoliate, and a bevy of antibacterial and anti-inflammatory herbs to soothe and prevent flareups. Unrefined Oils of organic Cranberry seed and organic Red Raspberry straight from pressing offer nourishment and natural source Vitamin E.





To Use:
Wash skin with mild soap or crème cleanser. Apply a consistent layer of clay to face and neck or to troubled spots as needed. Wait 15 minutes or until dry. Remove with warm water and gently pat dry. Tone and moisturize. For most skin types use once weekly.

You can dot it on a blemish and leave it on overnight too.


Verdict


Texture: Almost liquid consistency, grainy based mask

Ingredients: i
nfusion of Foeniculum vulgare* (fennel), Stellaria media* (chickweed), Lavandula angustifolia* (lavender), Rosa damascena* (roses), Porphyra umbilicalis* (nori seaweed), Ruscus aculeatus* (butcher’s broom), Rhassoul Clay, Apium graveolens (celery) Juice*, Cocos nucifera (coconut) Oil*, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Zinc Oxide*, Cannabis sativa* (hemp) Oil*, Vaccinium macropacrpon (cranberry) Seed Oil*, Rubus ideaus (red raspberry) Seed Oil*, Extracts of Glycyrrhiza glabra* (licorice), Symphytum officinale* (comfrey), and Salix alba* (willowbark), Populus Tremuloides (Aspen) Bark Extract, Gluconolactone, Cetearyl Alcohol and Cetearyl Glucoside, Extracts of Olea europaea* (olive leaf), Echinacea purpurea*, and Caldendula officinalis*, Essential Oils of Litsea cubeba, Commiphora myrrha, Pelargonium roseum (rose geranium), Citrus reticulata (mandarin), Lavandula angustifolia, Pogostemon cablin (patchouli), Coriandrum sativum (coriander), Cedrus atlantica (cedarwood), Grain Alcohol*, Rosemary Oleoresin Extract citral**, xanthan gum, limonene**, citronellol**, geraniol**, linalool***
*from Certified Organic Agriculture **natural components of essential oils

Benefits: Helps 
to decongest, detoxify and brighten your skin; effective for aging, troubled, acne prone  lackluster, ashy, and flaky skin.

Smell: Scent of European herbs but the scent of lavender and 
rose geranium stood out most for me

Cost: $45 

Product Rating: 9/10

Having a combination skin that leans towards the oily side, I am a fan of clay based mask as I find them really effective in drawing out trapped sebum from my pores.I was surprised to find that even though this is a clay based mask, it doesnt leave my face feeling super tight or constricted as it dries up. And after washing it off, it leaves my face feeling soft, clean and naturally scented! As for the sensitivity side of my skin, no irritation or any new breakout after usage, in fact, it does help improve my overall skin condition with the use of Smooth A+ Serum!

 The only concern I would like to bring up to users, is to take note during application as the mask comes in a container. So wash your hands properly or use a spatula to scoop the product out to limit contamination~

Other than that, I have no complains and am very satisfied with it! 

If you are looking for a mask, why not give this a try! 

Click here to go to Charis Naturals Online Shop!

Enjoy a healthier skin with natural organic products!


Kahina: 100% ORGANIC ARGAN OIL & BRIGHTENING SERUM [Sponsored Review]

The next products I got from Charis Naturals is from a very interesting brand, Kahina.

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For time immemorial, women across the world have performed beauty rituals based on the best ingredients nature has to offer. In Morocco, women unlocked the power of argan oil to restore and moisturize,Rhassoul clay to purify, green tea to tone and refine, and rose to calm skin. Now these potent natural ingredients have been formulated using the latest science in a complete and effective natural skincare line, bringing the beauty wisdom of the women of Morocco to you.


Kahina Giving Beauty products are sensitively produced from start to finish with an eye toward cultural and environmental sustainability.

- Ethically and sustainably sourced raw materials

- Certified natural and organic formulations that incorporate organic materials whenever possible

- Recycled and recyclable packaging

- Donations to the women who work to provide the raw materials at the heart of our products

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I was given these sample sizes to test the products out for a week and to write my thoughts on them in relation to my own skin type and condition. 


Read my reviews on them, as follows:


KAHINA 100% ORGANIC ARGAN OIL



To Use:

Apply 1-3 drops (as needed) to face morning and evening after cleansing to replenish lost moisture

• Use as a body oil
• Use it on hair to restore shine and relieve frizz
• Use on hands to treat everyday dryness
• Treat skin conditions naturally



Texture: Light and non-greasy oil

Ingredients: Argania spinosa (argan) kernel oil*
*Ingredient from Organic Farming

Benefits: Minimize fine lines, Restore elasticity, Improve skin tone, Soothe irritation, Neutralize free radicals that cause signs of aging, Protect the skin from harmful environmental agents.

Smell: Bitter dull scent.

Cost: $50 for 30ml, $118 for 100ml

Product Rating: 7/10

I was excited to try out this argan oil as I have read that it is extremely rich in Vitamin E and antioxidants! Personally, I use almond oil on my body as a moisturizer whenever I feel like my skin needs a little TLC or to sooth sunburns from my work outdoors.

I was given a sample sized kit which lasted me a week and decided to give this product a try on my face. In terms of it being an oil, it is relatively light and it really isnt greasy. However, I find that it left my skin looking shiny. With a week usage, I have to be honest and share that I didnt see any radical difference in my skin condition. The plus point is that I didnt breakout from it and I take it as a sign that despite my skin type being oily and very sensitive, it accepted this product harmoniously. I would recommend to only use this as an overnight product for your face.

On the hindsight, I should have put this product on my super long frizzy hair and maybe the difference would be more obvious. Keeping split ends at the bay is a nightmare and being in a pageant once again, my hair is worth the investment.

To purchase or find out more about this product, click here!



KAHINA BRIGHTENING SERUM


To Use:

• Morning and/or evening after cleansing, apply thin layer over entire face before moisturizing. Can be applied before optional Argan Oil or Serum.

• Hyper-pigmentation is noticeably reduced with continued use, resulting in more even skin tone after four to six weeks.

• Gentle enough for daily use.

Texture: A lightweight, almost watery serum


Ingredients: aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice*, water/aqua/eau, argania spinosa (argan) oil*, undaria pinnatifida extract, lactobacillus ferment, glycerin*, pancratium maritimum extract, oryza sativa (rice) seed extract*, spirulina platensis (algae) extract*, butyrospermum parkii (shea) nut butter*, sodium hyaluronate, diglycerin, pinus pinaster, cetearyl glucoside, rosa damascena (rose) flower oil*, pelargonium graveolens (geranium) leaf/flower oil*, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) flower oil*, santalum spicatum (sandalwood) wood oil, tanacetum annuum flower oil*, vanillosmopsis erythropappa (bisabolol) wood oil, boswellia carterii (frankincense) resin extract, maltodextrin, mentha spicata (spearmint) leaf extract, sclerotium gum hydrogenated lecithin, p-anisic acid, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract*, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil*, xanthan gum

*Ingredient from Organic Farming. 100% of the total ingredients are from natural origin; 73.8% of the total ingredients are from Organic Farming

Benefits: Visibly reduce discoloration, hyper-pigmentation, post-acne spots and dark marks in four to six weeks; Boost radiance and even skin tone; Prevent future discoloration by inhibiting melanin production; Protect against environmental exposure; Support skin’s natural defense system; Fight free radicals that contribute to further signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles.

Smell: Fresh, natural floral with a hint of herbs scent.

Cost: $99 for 30ml

Product Rating: 9.5/10


I love this product a lot! It gets adsorbed easily by the skin and it doesnt leave my skin feeling greasy or looking shiny. The scent is heavenly! I was given a week's worth of sample so, I can't really see any significant improvement with my skin but as with the argan oil, there wasnt any negative reaction with this product!

To purchase or find out more about this product, click here!

Ideally, and as what I did, I used the brightening serum for the day and the argan oil for night!



Note: This post is a sponsored review; not a paid advertorial, and my thoughts and opinions on it are from my personal experience. These products were being used and tested out for a week, should there be any further positive or negative reaction from them after a week's trial, I will amend accordingly to ensure 100% honesty in my review :)

Blissoma Solutions: Antistress Serum Roll On/Rooibos Rose Moisture Facial Cleansing Bar/ SMOOTH, A+ SERUM [Sponsored Review]

After my experience and review on Athenia's Green Tea Scrub from Charis Naturals, I now bring you another interesting range of products from Blissoma Solutions.

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Introducing,
Blissoma SOLUTIONS natural skin care that is an Award-Winning collection.



Their ingredients are based in the science of our skin and the unique biochemical reactions that make up our body. Their entire formulas are functional. Each ingredient contributes to the total effect of the product.

Life is dynamic and so is your skin. Our skin care collection respects that principle and is built on the same living energy. We gently encourage your daily rhythms of regeneration. All of our products enhance your skin's ability to protect and heal on its own. We feed rather than force, inspire instead of irritate.

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The first product that I will review is the Antistress Serum Roll On:






95% Organic - 100% Natural


This handy little roll-on just might be your new favorite coping mechanism. If strain and pain are getting you down our Stress Relief Serum can help. It is a cooling, concentrated massage oil of true medicinal quality but without the clinical smell. Pleasing aromas of organic peppermint essential oil, organic lavender, organic ginger and chamomile CO2 extract create a blend that cools you off and calms you down.


And with a recipe that is over 95% organic, and 100% natural there is no doubt that this is good for you through and through. Our choice of ingredients is of exceptional quality. Our base is an herb infusion of chamomile and lemon balm in organic sunflower oil. 


To Use:

Apply to shoulders, back of the neck, temples, and forehead to treat headaches, mental fatigue, and nervous tension. Massage into muscles to release tightness. Avoid eye area. We have found this product useful before bed, during migraines, or just during a long day at work.

Verdict

Texture: A light consistency of oil; cooling, tingling effect on the skin

Ingredients: Organic Jojoba Oil, Infusion of Organic Lemon Balm and Organic Chamomile in Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Hemp Seed Oil, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Essential Oils of Peppermint and Lavender, Chamomile CO2 Extract, Chamomile Essential Oil, Organic Ginger Essential Oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E) and Rosemary Extract

Benefits: Calming and anti-inflammatory effects; anti-nausea benefits; refreshes the mind and body

Smell: Scent of chamomile & peppermint

Cost: $18 

Product Rating: 9/10

I find that this product really does help to calm me down and help me sleep better. I like that despite this product being made of oil, it doesnt feel greasy at all! In our local climate, I find this product useful for a quick refresher when I dab it on my neck and temples due to its crisp calming scent and the cooling sensation.

The only drawback of this product is that, perhaps due to its light consistency, the product will leak if it is not upright. So, my advice would be to store it standing up and be mindful when placed in bags!

Edited!!!

Super effective at getting rid of itchiness that usually accompanies mosquito bites! I have been busy spending time with students at nature trails the past few weeks and ended up feeding the little suckers. It was sooooo itchy, I have the scars to tell the tale and decided to use on the bites (YES! I was that desperate). In less than 3 minutes, the itch was gone and now, I swear by this.

Edited Product Rating: 9.5/10

To purchase or find out more about this product, click here!

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The second product is Rooibos Rose Moisture Facial Cleansing Bar.








100% Vegan - 100% Natural

The oils used aren't the only things working hard for you either, with an intensive infusion of Organic Rooibos and Rhodiola, this soap brightens skin's complexion and give you an overall healthy glow.

Their facial bars are no average soaps. Most bargain body soaps you'll find on the shelf at the store are totally unsuitable for use on delicate facial skin as they contain only the inexpensive and more aggressive cleansing oils like Palm Kernal and Coconut, which generate a lot of lather but can leave skin feeling dry and tight when not blended properly with other ingredients. Their bar is carefully balanced with richer oils like Organic Sunflower seed oil, a hefty helping of Organic Shea Butter, Organic Castor oil, and topped off with exquisite Organic Pomegranate oil.

This soap is perfect for facial washing but you can also use this bar for the rest of your body, especially if you have extra sensitive skin, patchy skin or roughness. They've been told by enthusiastic men that their blend makes the ideal shaving bar as well. Your skin will be left soft, silky, touchable, and healthy.

To Use:

Moisten face and cleansing bar. Massage on face gently to remove daily impurities. Remove with warm water and pat dry. Tone and moisturize.

Verdict

Texture: Saturated with beneficial oil; creates soft velvety lather; leaves skin being well balanced 

Ingredients: Sodium Olivate*, Infusion of Rhodiola rosea* and Aspalathus linearis* (rooibos), Sodium Cocoate*, Sodium Sunflower Seedate*, Sodium Shea Butterate*, Sodium Palm Kernalate*, Sodium Castorate*, (natural saponified oils of organic olive, coconut, sunflower, shea butter, palm kernal, and castor with retained glycerin), Punica granatum (pomegranate) Seed Oil*, Essential oils of Citrus reticulata (mandarin), Pelargonium graveolens (geranium), and Pelargonium roseum (rose geranium), Tocopherol (vitamin E), Titanium Dioxide and Ultramarine Pink (natural mineral pigments), Aspalathus linearis* (rooibos) tea, citronellol**, geraniol**, linalool**, limonene** *from Certified Organic Agriculture **natural components of essential oils

Benefits: gentle on skin; brings elasticity and youthful appearance back to the skin;contains antioxidants

Smell: Light natural floral scent

Cost: $25

Product Rating: 6/10

Personally, I am not a big fan of soap bar because I find it a hassle to use; slipping out from my grip, sloppy gunk as the soap bar gets watered down, etc. Furthermore, I always find that soap bar tends to leave a layer of film on my skin, especially on my face. With this cleansing bar, that sensation was obvious when I used it on my face but with my body, hardly detectable. As it lacks the harmful ingredients like SLS, which is a lathering agent, dont expect this bar to produce lots of bubbly lathers! Instead, it creates a rather soft mild lather good enough to soap yourself up and it is one of the gentlest soap bar I have used. So, if you love bubbles and lots of lather, you will need to look elsewhere. As for me, I prefer avoiding harmful ingredients for the novelty of lather and I love how my skin doesnt feel tight after using it. The scent is a plus point too! 

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And now, my favourite product out of the 3... Blissoma SMOOTH, A+ SERUM


100% Vegan - 100% Natural

Skin Type: Oily, Acneic, Irritated, Rudy Complexion 

Over 13 exquisite herbs offer a formula packed with toning and refining power with a hydrating, super light texture.

This moisturizer is technically oil-free, as organic Jojoba is a liquid wax, not a triglyceride. It conditions skin without greasiness and allows skin to breathe fully. 

There's no need for a harsh retinol when freshly juiced organic Carrot and Helio Carrot CO2 add natural source Beta Carotene. Niacinamide maintains ceramide levels for ongoing hydration, synthesizes collagen, and has been noted as a healthy topical acne remedy as well.

To Use:

Gently spread over face and neck after cleansing and toning. May also be used throughout the day as a spot treatment. Each 1 oz container is approximately a 1 month supply when used once daily.Individuals with inflamed, dry skin can use this treatment prior to final moisturizing. Individuals with oily skin can use it alone. For maximum effect combine with our Tone - Adaptive Energy Tonique daily and Refine - Clay Renewal Treatment on a weekly basis.

Verdict

Texture: Moisturizing but not oily; gets absorbed into skin rather fast

Ingredients: Infusion of Coriandrum sativum* (coriander), Achillea millefolium* (yarrow), Solidago virgaurea* (goldenrod), Foeniculum vulgare* (fennel), Rosa damascena* (roses), and Taraxacum officinale* (dandelion), Aloe barbadensis (aloe) Juice*, Cetearyl Alcohol and Cetearyl Glucoside, Hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel), Niacinamide, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Daucus carota (carrot) Juice*, Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) Oil*, Extracts of Olea Europaea* (olive leaf), Gluconolactone, Lonicera japonica* (honeysuckle), Glycyrrhiza glabra* (licorice), and Calluna vulgaris* (heather flowers), Essential Oils of Citrus bergamia (bergamot) FCF, Boswellia carterii (frankincense), and Rosa damascena (rose otto), CO2 Extracts of Daucus carota (helio-carrot) and Matricaria chamomilla (german chamomile), Populus Tremuloides (aspen) Bark Extract, Xanthan Gum, Grain Alcohol*, citronellol**, geraniol**, linalool**, limonene** *from Certified Organic Agriculture **natural components of essential oils

Benefits: Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects; help reduce hyperpigmentation on blemishes, damaged, or irritated skin; cleanse and calm pores

Smell: A hint of rose and a rather citrus scent (probably from the use of Bergamot)

Cost: $36

Product Rating: 10/10

As a serum, this works effectively and efficiently in calming down my blemishes and moisturizing my skin. It leaves my skin feeling less irritated and well hydrate after washing and toning.

I tested this product out on a big red pimple which I had on my forehead and the very next day, it was reduced to a tiny bump and another day later, it resulted in a flatted brown spot! Being no stranger with blemishes, I wish I found this sooner and I would recommend this to all who has problem skin! 


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Note: This post is a sponsored review; not a paid advertorial, and my thoughts and opinions on it are from my personal experience. These products were being used and tested out for a week, should there be any further positive or negative reaction from them after a week's trial, I will amend accordingly to ensure 100% honesty in my review :)